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Staying Safe with Summer Sports

How can you avoid injury and still get the most out of the summer? Summer sports are All-American favorites: baseball, tennis, swimming, softball, soccer, cycling, ultimate frisbee, surfing, rock climbing, kayaking, beach volleyball, archery, windsurfing, polo, golf, running, and more! But with all these exciting adventures come the risks and hazards associated with being active outdoors in hot and humid more »

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The Importance of Staying Active In Retirement

Retirement gets a reputation as the time for sitting back, relaxing, and reflecting on a life well lived. While it is the perfect time for all those activities, be careful not to drift into a sedentary lifestyle. When it comes to ensuring a healthy and happy old age, nothing offers more protection from the perils of brittle bones and aging more »

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The Weekend Warrior – Prevent Injuries Before They Occur

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor adventures. Hiking, running, golfing, swimming and playing baseball are just some of the great activities to partake in while the weather is nice. Even if you are only participating in a one-day event, its important to be prepared, especially if you have been sitting at your desk all week. An active lifestyle is more »

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Cartilage Injury and Regeneration

A common condition in the United States, joint pain can be a serious hindrance to athletic activity as well as everyday life. An estimated two million American experience joint pain associated with cartilage injuries each year. Cartilage injuries can be debilitating and only the most modern methods of treatment can restore cartilage, minimize pain and relieve discomfort for patients of more »

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Using Acupuncture To Relieve Pain: A Guide

One of the oldest forms of natural pain management, acupuncture, uses small needle placements to help balance the body’s energy flow. The needles are placed at unique flow points on the body–based on the location and cause of the pain–and naturally redirect the body’s energy in a way that lessens pain and eases tension. Acupuncture: The Basics How Does Acupuncture more »

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How Physical Exercise Can Help Headaches

Suffering from chronic headaches and scared to exercise? When a headache hits, exercise is often the last thing on your mind. It seems counterintuitive to get up and move around when everything in your head is pounding. While understandable, new research from NJ pain management specialists shows that exercise might be exactly the thing that will offer a much-needed respite more »

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Diabetic Foot: Prevention and Treatment

It is estimated that by the year 2030, over 439 million Americans will have been diagnosed with Diabetes. For those suffering from Diabetes, there is a host of symptoms and conditions that are part and parcel of the diagnosis. Diabetic Foot is one such condition. What is Diabetic Foot? Patients with unmanaged diabetes tend to develop any of several  circulation, more »

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National Arthritis Awareness Month Is Here

With more than 50 million Americans (one in five adults) suffering from the chronic pain of Arthritis, May has been named National Arthritis Awareness Month. Why all the recognition? Arthritis is the number one cause of disability in our country and affects over 300,000 families. While commonly recognized, little is still understood about the illness and most do not understand more »

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Frank – Patellofemoral Joint Replacement in Knee

Frank is a 65 year old male surgery patient who had a partial replacement of the patellofemoral joint in his right knee. The surgery was done by Dr. Alan Nasar. This video was taken 2 1/2 months after the surgery and Frank has excellent range of motion and function. He is pleased with the results of the surgery and participated more »

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Opening Day: How to Get your Body Ready for Baseball Season

Baseball season has officially opened. Local teams are forming, stadiums are filling up, and professional games are on TV every night; it’s every baseball fan’s favorite time of year. If you like to play the game as well as spectate, then it’s also the time of year when you start thinking seriously about your fitness and game readiness. Stay Active more »

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